About the Authors

Annie McKenzie, Ph.D. received her doctoral training in Theocentric Psychology. She is an Ordained Minister and is certified in Fitness and Nutrition. She is a Life Coach, Certified Hypnotherapist and Reiki Master. She is the owner of "Peaceful Pilgrim" (a company dedicated to peace, harmony and helping individuals rediscover their life's purpose.)

In her private counseling practice, Dr. McKenzie has worked with individuals and groups regarding weight loss and weight management. She enjoys leading workshops on the subject of weight loss and health. Dr. McKenzie is also an experienced presenter on Developing Intuition and Discovering Life Purpose.

In her function as an Ordained Minister, Dr. McKenzie develops and performs ministerial ceremonies.

Bart Walsh, MSW, is a licensed clinical social worker and Diplomat in Clinical Social Work. Bart has extensive experience in community mental health and conducts a private psychotherapy practice. Bart also directs The Milton H. Erickson Institute of Portland which offers information, clinical services and training in hypnotherapy to qualified professionals. Bart has presented workshops domestically, in Europe and at the invitation of The Milton H. Erickson Foundation. His work has been published in The American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis.

In his spare time Bart loves to play and compose music.